Skyway Walking Tour - Minneapolis

Overview

Minneapolis is home to the largest, contiguous skyway system in the world! Originally designed to alleviate congestion on the streets in the early 60s, today the second story walkways connect 80 city blocks and meander more than 9 miles. This is a great way to see the city - inside and out - during cool weather, hot weather, rainy days and the brutally long Minnesota winter, so pretty much year-round! There are so many treasures within downtown's unique architectural landscape, and the skyway system is sometimes the only way to see them. The skyway is such a huge part of our city identity, the Replacements even wrote a song about it, aptly named Skyway.

City: Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $80.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $80.00

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What's Included

Light rail ticket

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
As this tour takes place in enclosed walkways, feel free to wear a mask.

What To Expect

Foshay Tower

We'll ascend into the second-story walkway from inside the Foshay Tower to begin the tour. We'll walk through original department stores, new department stores, old banks turned modern restaurants, the widest skyway, the shortest skyway, the double skyway, buildings showcasing impressive collections of public art, sports venues - home to the Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx, as well as some of the most historical buildings still standing, with memorabilia on display, in the skyway, of course. We'll return to the Foshay Tower where you can take advantage of the opportunity to check out the city from the 31st floor of the only outdoor observation deck in the city!

IDS Building

Crystal Court in the IDS is the heart of the Minneapolis skyway system.

Nicollet

This mile-long, pedestrian oasis is lined by bars and restaurants overflowing onto the sidewalks, art, bountiful greenery, and many shopping options.

Target Field

The light rail will bring us to the other side of town where Target Field and Target Stadium are located.

Target Center

The light rail will bring us to the other side of town where Target Field and Target Stadium are located.

Show 2 more stops

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1)

360ericg

Oct 2022

Great tour. This skyway labyrinth brings you everywhere in downtown and you see architecture plazas piece of history that you’ll never see outside A much better walk than any outside in the streets

Response from Host

Nov 2022

So glad you two had fun up in the skyways! I'm happy to now know about the toroidal shape of magnetic fields! Safe travels to ND and beyond. :)